Lead 2D Artist (European Remote)

Aardvark Swift

  • London
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 17 days ago
2D Artist - Games
Location: UK or Europe (Remote, on-site in London, or Hybrid)
Employment Type: Full-Time, PermanentAardvark Swift is on the lookout for a creative and driven 2D Artist to join an established gaming team, shaping the visual direction for a diverse portfolio of slot titles. This is a chance to bring your artistic flair to a studio producing engaging, high-quality games enjoyed by millions.
You'll take the lead on visual development, translating concepts and design guides into rich, cohesive game worlds. From characters and symbols to environments and animation guidelines, your work will set the tone for immersive gameplay experiences.What You'll Do
  • Design captivating characters, environments, and symbols that align with game themes and mechanics.
  • Help shape prototypes and mock-ups to establish each game's unique visual identity.
  • Maintain a consistent art style across all assets for a polished, cohesive look.
  • Optimise assets for smooth in-game performance without sacrificing quality.
  • Prepare artwork to be animation-ready.
Bonus skills that will make you stand out:
  • Clip Studio proficiency
  • Spine animation
  • Motion graphics / visual effects experience
  • AI art tools (Midjourney, Stable Diffusion, DALL·E 3)
What You'll Bring
  • A standout portfolio showcasing exceptional illustration skills and versatility.
  • 4+ years' professional experience in 2D game art production (ideally within slots or similar).
  • Advanced Photoshop and Illustrator expertise.
  • Knowledge of game art optimisation and technical limitations.
  • Strong communication and collaborative leadership skills.
Perks & Benefits
  • Private medical, dental, life insurance, and critical illness cover.
  • Early Friday finishes (4pm).
  • 25 days paid holiday (medical appointments & compassionate leave don't count towards this).
  • Company pension contributions.
  • Up to £3,000 annually for professional development.
  • Brand new Mac or PC laptop of your choice.
Please note the below for non-UK employees:
  • Not all benefits listed can always be possible.
  • The first 4 months would be on a contract basis. If all goes well, you'll be permanently employed by their local European entity.
This is an opportunity to join a talented creative team working on projects seen by millions of players worldwide, with the flexibility to work your way, remote, on-site, or hybrid.

Aardvark Swift